Other What iPhone should I get?

[mdizza]

I currently have an iPhone 5s. It has a bugged LCD that taps everywhere whenever I open my screen the first time. To fix it, I have to close the screen and re-open it. It is really annoying, and its technology is starting to get quite old. What phone should I get? I'm on a budget - less than 1000 AUD (770USD).
Thanks.

 

[saltd]

The 7 plus would be my choice in that budget range-or the smaller 8.

It sounds like you keep your phones a long time, so I’d also look at the 8 plus-which is $799 before taxes etc.

 

[DevinNj]

Oh how I love this question. Unfortunately, this is a decision only you can make based on what you need out of a phone. The iPhone SE is a great phone and it's at a great price point. Basically half of your budget. Also there's rumors of an updated SE to be announced later this week. Maybe you can hold out a bit.

 

[Brandonjr36]

8 or 8 plus. I wouldn’t go with an se but that’s just my opinion. If you do tho go to Walmart and pick up a prepaid one and put your sim in. $159

 

[Calebt59]

If you can swing it the 8 plus it's a nice phone or even the 8.

 

[jeyf]

have a plan when ATT and others activate 5G in your area. buy your cell phones accordingly.

I bought a craigsList iPhone7. Met the seller at the local apple store. gave the seller a 10% cash bonus because everything worked out so well.

 

[tonybarnaby]

have a plan when ATT and others activate 5G in your area. buy your cell phones accordingly.

I bought a craigsList iPhone7. Met the seller at the local apple store. gave the seller a 10% cash bonus because everything worked out so well.

Cash bonus for being honest with what he was selling? How good of a deal was it?

 

[jeyf]

Cash bonus for being honest with what he was selling? How good of a deal was it?

a fabulous deal; the "new" iPhone is still working... I likely paid her parking and gas is all.

 

[BugeyeSTI]

7/7+ or possibly a used 8/8+ if you can good a good deal

 

[tonybarnaby]

7/7+ or possibly a used 8/8+ if you can good a good deal

64gb 8+ are around the price of a 128gb 7+. That’s the hard question I think.

 

[44267547]

I currently have an iPhone 5s. It has a bugged LCD that taps everywhere whenever I open my screen the first time. To fix it, I have to close the screen and re-open it. It is really annoying, and its technology is starting to get quite old. What phone should I get? I'm on a budget - less than 1000 AUD (770USD).
Thanks.

I would consider the 4.7 iPhone 8. It’s one of the latest iPhones, The size of it 4.7 isn’t drastically larger over your iPhone 5s, it has second generation touch ID, and being that you don’t upgrade very often, this phone will serve you for at least 4 to 5 years.

 

[Septembersrain]

I'd go for the regular 8 if you are wanting something that isn't huge.

You may be able to find the 8 Plus in your budget too but you might have to compromise on color, storage.

I'd say the 7 Plus but I'm biased against the modems (I own one).

However, the newer you go, the longer it'll be supported for if you don't like to upgrade frequently.

 

[tonybarnaby]

I'd go for the regular 8 if you are wanting something that isn't huge.

You may be able to find the 8 Plus in your budget too but you might have to compromise on color, storage.

I'd say the 7 Plus but I'm biased against the modems (I own one).

However, the newer you go, the longer it'll be supported for if you don't like to upgrade frequently.

How much of a difference does the modem really make?

 

[Apple_Robert]

How much of a difference does the modem really make?

The difference is so negligible, that daily users won't notice. It is nothing more than a slight bench test difference. Much ado about nothing.

 

[IowaLynn]

How much of a difference does the modem really make?

Intel v Qualcomm so what’s Apple do? Throttle to slowest modem speed.

http://www.zdnet.com/article/iphone...apple-gag-stopped-it-revealing-speed-squeeze/

 

[Ladybug]

My vote is for the 8, it's a great device. Hubby and I both have one and we like them. If getting an 8 remember the back is glass also, so you might want a sturdier case. The audio on the 8 is better than the 6 and 6S these replaced. Its both louder and clearer if that is a consideration. Go test different phones in the stores prior to buying if you can. Either way best of luck whatever you choose.

 

[Septembersrain]

How much of a difference does the modem really make?

For me, it was enough to push me into an Android. That's why I said that getting the 8 is beneficial in terms of longevity. My opinion on how bad my Intel modem is and the issues on the Qualcomm with losing service, they may only matter to a few people. The OP seems to keep their devices a long time, so that's why I emphasized what I did after mentioning the modem.

 

[tonybarnaby]

For me, it was enough to push me into an Android. That's why I said that getting the 8 is beneficial in terms of longevity. My opinion on how bad my Intel modem is and the issues on the Qualcomm with losing service, they may only matter to a few people. The OP seems to keep their devices a long time, so that's why I emphasized what I did after mentioning the modem.

I wasn’t questioning you, I just don’t recall hearing about the modem issue. My T-Mobile 8 plus apparently has the “bad” option, but it’s all good so far. I’m more interested in 5g, band 71 and 4x4 Mimo than my modem. Hopefully something big happens next year.

 

[Septembersrain]

I wasn’t questioning you, I just don’t recall hearing about the modem issue. My T-Mobile 8 plus apparently has the “bad” option, but it’s all good so far. I’m more interested in 5g, band 71 and 4x4 Mimo than my modem. Hopefully something big happens next year.

You just stated exactly why I bought the V30+. Except 5G that is.

In all honesty, my friend who had T-Mobile had to borrow my V30+ to make a call. She has the iPhone X.

I wasn't willing to switch carriers when switching devices fixed my problem with reception and data.

 

[tonybarnaby]

You just stated exactly why I bought the V30+. Except 5G that is.

In all honesty, my friend who had T-Mobile had to borrow my V30+ to make a call. She has the iPhone X.

I wasn't willing to switch carriers when switching devices fixed my problem with reception and data.

Band 71 is nice. I considered the v30 for it and the hifi dac, but I’m waiting for the prices to drop and have it as a second phone. Traditionally lg phones don’t hold their value, but the v30 is an exception.